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Contributed.
with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of individuals who gained increased knowledge of how to respond to mental health concerns |
5985 |
Number of individuals who reported intended behavior change as a result of participation in substance use prevention and/or recovery programming |
3024 |
Number of youth who experienced improved social skills and/or self-efficacy |
5799 |
Number of individuals who adopted/implemented strategies focused on substance use prevention and/or recovery |
3694 |
Number of individuals who reported an increased ability to use destigmatized language |
2864 |
Number of individuals who reported an increased knowledge of substance use prevention, addiction, and/or recovery (or related subject matter) |
8057 |
According to data released through the Kentucky Incentives for Prevention study 17% of 10th graders and 24% of 12th graders reported using an e-cigarette or a “vape” in the past 30 days. Unfortunately, more and more teens in our area are using vapes and encouraging their peers to use them. It is never too early to start teaching young people about the consequences of tobacco use. The Lyon County 4-H teen club members are passionate about putting a stop to tobacco use and making :Lyon County a he...
